11 Foam Rolling Exercises to Prevent Injuries

Chest

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Credit: Photograph by Justin Steele

Why: Loosens muscles in chest and thoracic-spine region.

Who: For those who bench press and focus on the upper body.

How: Lie facedown on the floor with your arm extended and the foam roller resting under the side of your chest, near the shoulder. Press your forearm into the floor and begin to roll the side of your chest back and forth, giving attention to painful spots.